Certified Athletic Trainer

Phoenix Physical Therapy • Montgomery, AL

3d

About The Position

The Athletic Trainer will diagnose and treat injuries to bone and muscle under the direction of the Medical Doctor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in exercise science or related field with concentration in athletic training.
• One or two years in Athletic Training setting
• Current CPR Certificate
• Sound Judgement
• Decision-making skills
• Problem/Situation Analysis
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Varied activities including sitting, walking, squatting, stooping, lifting, bending, reaching.
• Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and to lift 100 pounds.
• Must be able to use a variety of equipment including telephone, writing instruments, PC, fax and physical therapy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates an athlete’s physical condition when an injury has occurred and implements rehabilitation and or pysical therapy programs for specific injuries.
• Informs coaching staff of athlete's health/injury status and projected return date.
• Coordinates with individual or team physicians on matters of protocol relative to the specific injury.
• Keeps record of treatments and diagnostics.
• May provide advice to coaches, regarding safety in weight training or other athletic programs.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time